Electrician Specialist (Career Fair)

THIS POSTING IS CURRENTLY BEING USED FOR SOUTHEAST LOUISIANA FLOOD PROTECTION AUTHORITY - EAST CAREER FAIR ON OCTOBER 15, 2025. 

Our Mission
Our mission is to ensure the physical, operational and financial integrity of the regional flood risk management system, in southeastern Louisiana as a defense against floods and storm surge from hurricanes. We accomplish this mission by working with local, regional, state and federal partners to plan, design, construct, operate and maintain projects that will reduce the probability and risk of flooding for the residents and businesses within our jurisdiction. 

About this position
The Electrician Specialist performs advanced-level responsibilities in the Field offices, Warehouse, Field Facilities, Complex Marine Structures, and Permanent Canal Closure Pump Stationsfor the Flood Protection Authority-East. The electrical specialist reports directly to the electrical specialist leader. Electric control and high voltage jobs are performed on complex, highly responsible, advanced-level work in installing, maintaining, and repairing controls primarily high voltage systems, motors, and generators.

Two years of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been on-the-job experience:

Three years of experience or training in the electrical trade.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:

• Install, alter, maintain, and repair wiring systems for navigational gates, movable bridges, navigation traffic signals, record tidal gages, velocity meters, surveillance systems, marine radios, streetlights, electric taps, floodlights, and other electrical fixtures and equipment associated with buildings.
• Perform electrical inspections of electrical equipment, controls, and appliances. Replaces electrical components on control systems; performs some mechanical work in replacing and repairing parts.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and install electrical motor starters, related switchgear, and controls. Ensure the operational ability of sector gates. Operate floodgates, generators, and bridges and inspect for operational deficiencies. Perform minor maintenance on all equipment assigned to their usage.
• Operate small marine craft for carrying out maintenance and inspections. Operate various other types of electrical systems assigned to the Complex Structures Division. Participate in the electrical repairs to Flood Protection Authority-East buildings and equipment.
• Operate flood gates, pumps, and motors for maintenance and during storm-related events. Participate in manpower at the Lake Borgne Barrier safe house or PCCP with others throughout a storm event. Requisition supplies and materials as needed. Project budget needed to accomplish repairs as needed

Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational
Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualification and experience. 

NOTE: The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East (SLFPA-E) is an emergency-oriented agency. Part of the SLFPA-E's mission is to protect the residents of the east-bank of Jefferson Parish, St. Bernard and the east-bank of Orleans from tidal surge, wind-driven water and river flooding. In emergencies during Mississippi River flooding and Hurricane/ Tropical storm events, the incumbent will be on call and must report for duty if so required and remain on duty in such situations until released from duty by the Appointing Authority.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
 
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score or assessment is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. *

For further information about this vacancy contact:
Monique Cook 
SE LA Flood Protection Authority - East
mcook@floodauthority.org
(504)286-3153

Salary : $3,649 - $6,566